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Fiji steps up to fill ADF soldier shortage
Fijians may soon enlist in the Australian Defence Force as part of a potential deal between the two countries. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said he was open to formalising an arrangement that would allow Fijians to serve in the ADF, following...

Fiji and Australia to collaborate on cybercrime, border security and defence
Fiji and Australia are stepping up their partnership to tackle cybercrime, strengthen border security, and deepen defence cooperation, following high-level talks between Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Australian Minister Tony Burke. Rabuka...

HIV danger in dentistry
As Fiji continues to live with the HIV epidemic, Fijians are being warned that illegal and unsafe dental procedures can significantly increase the risk of infection. Fiji Dental Association (FDA) president Dr Parikshath Naidu said reusing needles,...

Fiji Va’a bags two more
Team Fiji Va’a continued their successful run at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau, adding two more medals to their collection on the second day of competition. This was their fifth medafter winning two bronze and a silver on Day One. The Super...

Talanoa: Fiji film wins gold
John Pulu | Presenter/ Reporter/Director “Nothing is Impossible: The Primanavia Story” is a short film that follows the journey of Fijian choir Primanavia, who came together in a matter of weeks to compete at the World Choir Games — often...

Fiji looking forward rather than at Wallabies triumph
"Totally, we've done it once, so surely we can do it again and to get a win over Australia in Australia, that would be massive for the whole team," said Mata, who started at No.8 in their World Cup clash.

Fiji swimmers top 100 meters breaststroke heats event, through to the finals
22-year-old Samuel Yalimaiwai and 18-year-old Kelera Mudunasoko have both qualified for the 100 meters breaststroke final this afternoon at 5pm. Clocking a time of 1.02.67 and 1.14.20 the two athletes are currently the fastest in their individual...

Sorovakarua’s journey of grit gets her Fiji Kulas debut
Akanisi Sorovakula [middle] [Source: Fiji Football/Facebook] 20-year-old US-based defender Akanisi Sorovakarua’s football career is a story of grit, forged through personal hardship and nurtured by the steadfast backing of her community and...

Salesi Rayasi debuts for Fiji at fullback against the Wallabies
Former New Zealand sevens rep Salesi Rayasi trains with the Flying Fijians in Sydney this week, ahead of Sunday's Test against the Wallabies. He has been named to debut for the Fijians at fullback. Photo: Supplied / Fiji Rugby Union Former New...

Fiji leader to spruik security, unity to Australia
Later in the week, Mr Rabuka and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will attend the Wallabies-Fiji Test in Newcastle to watch the two national teams clash for the Vuvale Bowl in a statement of the cultural bonds shared through rugby.

Marie Kaipu shines as PNG defeat Sāmoa in OFC Women's Nations Cup opener in Fiji
The Oceania Football Confederation's (OFC) Women’s Nations Cup 2025 is underway in Fiji, and the champions from 2022 - Papua New Guinea - got off to a great start against Sāmoa, thanks to two goals from their legend Marie Kaipu. The match, played...

Salesi Rayasi gets second start at fullback as Flying Fijians squad named
Former Hurricanes and Vannes winger Salesi Rayasi will get his second start at fullback after being named in the Fiji Water Flying Fijians team to play Scotland on Saturday. In the front row, Eroni Mawi has been named at loosehead prop, captain...

Raiwalui backs Fiji’s future
Simon Raiwalui. The 2025 Super Rugby Pacific campaign was a disappointing one for the Fijian Drua, with only four wins and finishing second last on the ladder. However, it would be forgiven for not being considered a misstep in the recent history...

PNG still a threat to Fiji
PNG led 2-0 at halftime with two quick goals for Marie Kaipu while Samoa scored their lone goal to Xevani Salanoa. Papua New Guinea midfielder Michaelyre Butubu shields the ball away from Samoa’s Oteta Kitiona during their Group A clash of the OFC...

Fijiana blend youth, experience for USA Test
With the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup in sight, the Vodafone Fijiana XV are set to face a tough test when they play the USA Women’s Eagles for the first time next Saturday. Speaking to Fiji Rugby after their training session in Nadi on Tuesday,...

‘No law on 2 jobs’
There is no law or policy that restricts individuals from having multiple jobs to earn additional income, says Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Professor Biman Prasad. He was responding to a question raised by Akanisi Veikoso during...

High stakes | Byrne: Scotland test a real measure
Scotland’s fast, physical and unpredictable style is exactly the kind of challenge the FIJI Water Flying Fijians will be expecting in front of a home crowd this Saturday at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. “They play a lot of expansive rugby. They...

Suaalii returns as Wallabies name side for Fiji
Australia: Wright; Potter, Suaalii, Ikitau, Jorgensen; Lolesio, McDermott; Slipper, Porecki, Alaalatoa, Frost, Williams, Gleeson, McReight, Wilson (capt). Replacements: Pollard, Bell, Nonggorr, Hooper, Tizzano, White, Donaldson, Daugunu. Fiji:...

‘It’s almost like speed dating’- Joe Schmidt reveals Australian side to play Fiji
Australian head coach Joe Schmidt has opted for experience in his starting XV that will take on the Flying Fijians on Sunday in Newcastle, New South Wales. Hooker David Porecki has been called back into the international starting lineup, after...

Fiji PM wants his citizens to fill Aussie defence ranks